Sermons on Train Your Spirit:

The Altar Of Incense Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Sep 5, 2001

The Altar of Incense

I. Description A. Acacia wood covered with gold B. 19 inches square and 3 feet high C. Rim around outer edge D. Rings and staves for carrying E. Special incense made for the purpose (Exodus 30:34-38) F. Placed before the veil II. Significance A. Burning incense (smoke) typifies prayer going up ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 30:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Tomb And The Table

Contributed by Dan Yaw on Jan 26, 2001

A Communion Message Outline

"THE TOMB AND THE TABLE" 1 CORINTHIANS 15:1-4, 14-20 I. THE FOUNDATIONAL IMPORTANCE OF THE RESURRECTION (1 COR 15:1-4, 14, 17, 19) A. The Resurrection Is the Basis of Our Fellowship (15:1-4, 17) 1. We are sustained by the Gospel (v. 1) 2. We are saved by the Gospel (v. 2, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Introduction To James Series

Contributed by Dennis Clark on Feb 26, 2001

These sermons rely heavily(I mean HEAVILY) upon John McCarther’s New Testament Commentaries. Only the errors are mine

James I. Introduction A. James begins with common ground 1. Slave to God the Father 2. Slave to God the Son 3. To the Twelve Tribes scattered abroad. (in totality) 4. Not written to Jewish Christians, but Christian Jews B. Joy 1. Christian joy is not a case of giggles during a period of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Life As God Intended It To Be Series

Contributed by Peter Chan on Feb 11, 2005

Genesis 1:26-2:25 presents to us how God wants us to live as He intended it to be.

Introduction Who needs the Instruction Manual? Completing Creation • Completing the Work of Creating (2:1–2) • Concluding that Creation is “very good” (1:31) • Consecrating (“set apart” or “made different”) the Sabbath, the Seventh Day Rest  Creation: The 7-Day Cycle of Work and Rest ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is Easter All About

Contributed by David Dewitt on May 5, 2004

A look at the real meaning of Easter. A devotional for the church newsletter.

What is Easter All About? 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 March 2004 We have candy coated Easter, literally. We have made Easter about candy filled baskets, colorful plastic eggs, chocolate surprises and cute little bunnies. Is this what Easter is really all about or is there something more than we should ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4

Denomination: Church Of God

How Can I Be Saved?

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 18, 2004

This is the most pertinent question being raised by a world today. While it looks to the outward, God clearly mandates that it is possible only in His Son, Jesus Christ.

“How Can I Be Saved?” Romans 10:9 A. It begins with CONFESSING Jesus Christ as LORD. (v. 9a) That if shalt confess with thy mouth the LORD Jesus Romans 3:23; 6:23; 5:6, 8, 10; Matthew 10:32-33; Luke 12:8; John 9:22; 12:42-43; Romans 14:11; Philippians 2:11; 1 John 4:2-3, 15; 5:1; 2 John 1:7 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9

Denomination: Baptist

Remember Lot’s Wife

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Oct 30, 2002

This sermon reminds us to remember the tragic end of Lot’s wife.

1. Great Sin is a Time of Great Laxity. A. Sin dulls our spiritual senses B. Morality becomes Indefinable C. People become predators 2. Great Warning will Precede Great Judgement. A. Prophetic preaching B. Natural disasters C. Chaos and disorder 3. Jesus Reminds Us of the Danger of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:28-32

Denomination: Baptist

No Fear

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 30, 2005

A Christmas devotional about not fearing what will happen.

Luke 1:5-17; 1:26-38; 2:8-15 - No Fear Fear is a common response to threatening or intimidating situations today. Some go to great lengths to beat or run away from their fears. And some brace themselves to be strong - it was no different on that first Christmas. Four times people were told not ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Big Things In Small Packages

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005

The parable of the mustard seed.

Big Things In Small Packages Matthew 13:31-33 February 13, 2005 Matthew 13:31-32 (NLT) Here is another illustration Jesus used: "The Kingdom of Heaven is like a mustard seed planted in a field. [32] It is the smallest of all seeds, but it becomes the largest of garden plants and grows into a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Loving Series

Contributed by Clifton Mckinley on Aug 3, 2005

Being a loving church starts with loving God and that lead to real love for one another

Getting W.E.L.L. Loving Acts 2:42-47 Intro Review; restate goal for the year. Read Text 1. It Starts With Loving God • Matt 22:37-40 (Heart, Soul, & Mind) If we are going to be a Loving Chruch we must first be passionate lovers of God. If we love Him we will keep His commands • John 14:15, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Model Walk

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 4, 2008

Paul’s instructions to the church at Thessalonica on how to live for Christ.

THE MODEL WALK 1 Thessalonians 4:1-18 INTRO: We live in times when it is hard to live a Christian life. We want to live for Christ, and walk as He would have us to walk, but we may not know what to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Hall Of Fame # 10 - The Porters Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Feb 14, 2008

Porters are mentioned in both Testaments. Let’s take a closer look.

TEXT "The children of the porters" - Ezra 2:42 INTRODUCTION When we talk of porters today, we think of those who work in hospitals. Such people are responsible for moving patients, for taking meals to patients and other important tasks. In Bible times, however, a porter had a much simpler job: 1. ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 2:42

God, With Skin On

Contributed by Douglas Kinney on Dec 27, 2007

People sometimes need to experience God, with skin on.

God with Skin on Isa40:l "Comfort, oh comfort my people," says your God. While I understand that this passage is talking about God’s People Israel, or Jerusalem to be more exact, I think it behoves us to also look at it in light of the Golden Rule. We are all God’s people, some have just accepted ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dare 2 B Different In Missions/Evangelism Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 2, 2007

How can we be different (more effective) in the area of missions/evangelism? Follows the Dare 2 B Different outline: Embody His Name, Embrace His Mission, Emulate His Word.

DARE 2 B DIFFERENT: In Missions/Evangelism Matthew 28:18-20 I. Embody His Name – Reflect His Character in Missions A. Go with Authority: His was a Sure Character B. Go with Purity: His was a Sinless Character C. Go with Compassion: His was a Sacrificial Character Shift from Self-centered Thinking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of The Christian Life!

Contributed by W. Alderman on Mar 14, 2006

This simple message shows the profound joy that comes from knowing Jesus!

The Joy Of The Christian Life Philippians 1 Introduction: The book of Philippians will teach us the Biblical concept of joy. I want us to look at the foundation upon which our joy rest. That foundation is the Christian life. This Christian life is impossible without Christ! Keep ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Baptist